Sizzling Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

This weeknight hero comes together in just 20 minutes and tastes like something straight from a coastal seafood restaurant. Buttery, garlicky shrimp with a hint of lemon and red pepper flakes make this dish impossible to resist. Serve it over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of that incredible pan sauce.

✨ An original recipe written by AI — not kitchen-tested, so trust your taste on seasoning & timing.

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 3 tbsp dry white wine or chicken broth
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Directions

1. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels, then season evenly with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt 2 tablespoons of butter until it begins to foam.
3. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until just pink, then transfer to a plate and set aside.
4. Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining butter to the same skillet, then stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for about 60 seconds until fragrant.
5. Pour in the white wine or broth and let it simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
6. Return the shrimp to the skillet, add the lemon juice, and toss everything together for another minute until the shrimp are fully coated and heated through.
7. Remove from heat, scatter fresh parsley over the top, and serve immediately over rice, pasta, or alongside warm crusty bread.

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